2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
