1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1964 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 Fiat 500 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2930 mm |
