1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 133 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |