1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1941 Fiat 500
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 129 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1941 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sprite | 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 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 | 664 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
