1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 683 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3260 mm |
