1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 645 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 1976 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 500 | Centura |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |