1953 BMW 501 vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, both 1953 BMW 501 and 1953 Fiat 1900 were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 501 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900.
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:
| 1953 BMW 501 | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 501 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
