1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 41 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 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | KB |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
