1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | 500 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
