1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 38 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 745 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
