1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 715 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.
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1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mythos | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1948 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 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 | 1250 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |