1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |
