1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
