1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 22 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster 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. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
