1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 818 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Shadow | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |