1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
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 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
