1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Sedan | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2301 mm |