1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Fellow | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
