1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 36 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn SC weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Saturn SC, 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, 2001 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 500 | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
