1960 Austin 7 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
