2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 51 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 915 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:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
