1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is newer by 12 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 660 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 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
| Model | 500 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
