1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1949 Fiat 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Tatra Tatraplan (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Tatra Tatraplan should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 1500 | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
