1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 31 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Albea (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 490 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, 2004 Fiat Albea, 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, 2004 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
