1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus, 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
