1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
