1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 27 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 288 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 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1500 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
