1948 Fiat 1100 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Fiat 1100 (50 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 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:
| 1948 Fiat 1100 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
