1953 Ferrari 250 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1948 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 Ferrari 250 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
