1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1963 Opel Kapitan is newer by 15 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 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 209 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500.
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 | 1963 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
