1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Spirit | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
