1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Applause | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |