1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1957 Ford 12 M is newer by 8 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M.
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 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
