1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1080 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. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 500 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |