1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 806 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Spirit | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |