1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1953 Fiat 500
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 978 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1953 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 35 L |
