1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Popular weights approximately 63 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1957 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1957 Ford Popular | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | Popular |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2300 mm |