1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 850 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |