1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 760 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 500 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
