1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 36 L |
