1954 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 407 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1954 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1954 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Riley Pathfinder | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Riley | Fiat |
| Model | Pathfinder | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
