1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 372 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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, 1973 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
