1998 Venturi 400 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Venturi 400 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Venturi | Fiat |
Model | 400 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2300 mm |