2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1971 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1971 Ford 17 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | 17 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
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 | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |