1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 855 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 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
