1950 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 55 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1045 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. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
