1953 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1953 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. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Fiat 500 2003 Pontiac GTO
Make Fiat Pontiac
Model 500 GTO
Year Released 1953 2003
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 350 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 612 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3250 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1290 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L


 

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