1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 45 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Excel | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
