1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 26 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 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133.
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:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 133 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
