2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Voyager | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1950 mm |
