1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 464 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Taurus | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
