1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
