1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro (217 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro should accelerate faster than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
| Model | 500 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
