2008 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 901 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Rezzo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1381 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
