1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Fellow | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
