1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
