1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3200 mm |
