2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Corsair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |