1954 Abarth Simca vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1954 Abarth Simca is newer by 6 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Simca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Abarth Simca (44 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Abarth Simca should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Abarth Simca weights approximately 28 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:
| 1954 Abarth Simca | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Simca | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 818 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
