1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 51 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 1090 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2008 MG ZT | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 500 | ZT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |