1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1958 Fiat 500

To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1958 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 De Tomaso Longchamp 1958 Fiat 500
Make De Tomaso Fiat
Model Longchamp 500
Year Released 1983 1958
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5763 cc 479 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 297 HP 14 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 24 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 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 1700 kg 470 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


 

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