1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 569 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 500 (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Fiat 500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500.
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:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
