1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 61 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500.
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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 500 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3580 mm |
