1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Berline | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
