1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 39 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 422 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 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
