1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Horizon | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
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 | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
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 |