1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 750 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |