1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Volare | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |