1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
