1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1956 Ford F
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford F would be higher. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford F (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford F should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford F weights approximately 1561 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1956 Ford F | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | F |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
