1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 37 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 808 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
