1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra

To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is newer by 32 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 1190 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra, 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat 500 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model 500 Sintra
Year Released 1965 1997
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 498 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 22 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 76 L


 

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