2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 26 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 500 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 22 L |
