1972 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Granada 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 1972 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Granada | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |