1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
