1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 11 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 569 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 1975 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 500 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
