1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 35 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 1335 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 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3060 mm |
