1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 960 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 1956 Daimler DK 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 1956 Daimler DK. 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daimler | Fiat |
Model | DK | 500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |