1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1954 Riley Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | 1500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
