1991 Dodge Stealth vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1991 Dodge Stealth is newer by 22 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1250 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 1991 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Stealth | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
