1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2330 mm |
