1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 820 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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2648 mm |
