1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1964 Ferrari GTO is newer by 16 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 88 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | GTO | 500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
