1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
