1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Voyager | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |