1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 29 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 1140 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 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1997 Subaru SVX 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. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
