1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 24 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 905 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 500 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2740 mm |
