1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 592 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:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 1382 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
