1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 475 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2520 mm |
