1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 1995 Venturi 400 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1946 Fiat 500 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 500 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
