1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 420 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
