1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 56 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | 500 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
