1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 500 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3140 mm |
