2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 469 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 2000 Dodge Viper 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 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2301 mm |