1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Taunus (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Taunus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1962 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
