1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1961 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Fiat | Avanti |
Model | 500 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2780 mm |