1989 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Capri | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
