1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1800 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |