1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | 12 M |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 897 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |