1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Longchamp | 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
