1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon, 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Talon | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
