1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1116 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2930 mm |