1993 Eagle Summit vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Eagle Summit weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit, 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, 1993 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Eagle Summit | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Summit | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
