1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 500 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
