1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1963 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
