1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 20 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
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 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1500 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
