1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 48 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 1002 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | 500 | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |