1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1963 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1953 Chrysler Windsor | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Windsor | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1850 mm |
