1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara is newer by 26 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Tiara weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Proton Tiara, 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, 1999 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 500 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
