2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1946 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:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 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 | 1536 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
