1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 17 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 338 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 | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
