1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1970 Fiat 850 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 850 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
