1944 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 17 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 431 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Fiat 500 | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
