1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
