1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 30 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
