1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
