1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 388 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Avanti Avanti 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 1966 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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.
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1966 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |