1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 609 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 853 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 500 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Fiat | McLaren |
Model | 500 | F1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 627 HP |
Torque | 28 Nm | 881 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |