1981 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1981 Oldsmobile Omega has manual transmission. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2301 mm |
