1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 897 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento weights approximately 164 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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 Fiat Cinquecento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Cinquecento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Cinquecento | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1950 mm |
