1953 Ferrari 500 F2 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 (177 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 F2.
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 500 F2 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 F2 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
