1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar, 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |