1999 Lancia Dialogos vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dialogos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dialogos would be higher. At 1,924 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dialogos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dialogos weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 1999 Lancia Dialogos (186 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Dialogos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Dialogos | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Dialogos | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1924 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1104 kg |
