1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 963 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
