1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 925 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Cordoba | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
