1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 58 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1698 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 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
