1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 408 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru 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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1980 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
