1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | Accent |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |