1944 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 821 kg more than 1944 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. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1944 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1944 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Fiat 500 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
| Model | 500 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
