1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 625 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 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Tesla |
| Model | 500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |
