1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2788 mm |
