1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 24 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 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
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 | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
