1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 14 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 24 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |
