1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1800 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1055 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 |