1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Corsair |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |