2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 671 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 500 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
