1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 45 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 965 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1347 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1214 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Fiat | Bugatti |
| Model | 500 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
