1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1958 Ford Zodiac is newer by 9 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
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 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
