1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 65 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
