1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 796 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Granada |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 116 L |