1970 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 2 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 190 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |
