1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 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 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 2200 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
