1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 384 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
