1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1281 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
