1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 34 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), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1010 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. 1982 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. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1800 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 |
