1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1964 Seat 600 is newer by 16 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Seat 600 (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Seat 600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Seat 600.
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 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
