1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Cabriolet | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
