1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1969 Ford Corsair is newer by 21 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Corsair (59 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Corsair weights approximately 95 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 | 1969 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72.7 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
