1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500.
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, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 500 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2110 mm |
