1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 500 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
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 | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |