1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 25 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, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1500 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
