1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |
