1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |