1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Cougar | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
