1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 287 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
