1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1200 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
