1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 28 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 1100 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.
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, 1994 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 1994 Tata Estate | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 500 | Estate |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 36 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |