2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 564 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava, 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 Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
