1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1955 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 7 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 525 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 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
