1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is newer by 22 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 530 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. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1500 | 442 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
