1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Anglia (47 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Anglia weights approximately 268 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, 1963 Ford Anglia (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
