1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 50 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 490 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. 1998 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
