1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 46 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 394 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
