2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 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 | 1060 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1850 mm |
