1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 43 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), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 962 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 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| 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 | 197 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 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
