2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 39 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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 Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Lanos | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |