2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 660 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | U4 B | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1950 mm |