1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
Because 1955 Ferrari D 50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari D 50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1955 Ferrari D 50 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | D 50 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |