1972 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 302 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 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. 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 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
| Model | Urraco | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
