1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 28 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. Both 1949 Fiat 1500 and 1977 Triumph Spitfire are equipped with a 1,492 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
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 | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 33 L |
