1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 1983 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |