1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 125 L |