1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | RS 200 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 40 L |
