2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford 2000 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 1977 Ford 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | 2000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |