1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 798 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, 2000 Saturn L, 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Fiat | Saturn |
Model | 500 | L |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |