1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Festiva | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2301 mm |