1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 1961 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Zodiac | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |