1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 14 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 347 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 | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
