1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Austin 1800 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
