1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
