1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 38 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1225 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 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 500 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
