1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 85 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 940 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 |
