1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
