1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1953 Opel Rekord 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Opel Rekord (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 146 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 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
