1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Singer Hunter
To start off, both 1955 Fiat 500 and 1955 Singer Hunter were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Singer Hunter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Singer Hunter (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Singer Hunter should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Singer Hunter weights approximately 536 kg more than 1955 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:
1955 Fiat 500 | 1955 Singer Hunter | |
Make | Fiat | Singer |
Model | 500 | Hunter |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |