2012 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GAZ 3111 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 1999 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat 500 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 500 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3546 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1628 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2301 mm | 2810 mm |
