1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 43 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 1950 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 500 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
