1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1955 Austin-Healey 100 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 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 40 L |