2011 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat 500 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Fiat | Avanti |
Model | 500 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |