1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 15 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 Superfast | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
