1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 25 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 615 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 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
