1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Taunus | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2301 mm |