2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 58 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 733 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
