1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 29 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 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 690 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 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
