1948 Citroen 11 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1949 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 11 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1948 Citroen 11 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 11 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
