1984 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 50 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
