1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Biscayne | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
