1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 999 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2012 Dodge Avenger 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. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2766 mm |
