1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 252 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
