1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 40 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 861 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Cruze |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2685 mm |