1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 667 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |