1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1160 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, 2001 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | Trajet |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |