1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Centura | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
