2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento, 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 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
