1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1960 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1960 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
