2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Lacetti | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |