1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 43 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hummer |
| Model | 500 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
