1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hummer |
| Model | 500 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 87 L |
