1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
