1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 44 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 815 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1949 Fiat 1500 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Fiat Oldsmobile
Model 1500 Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1949 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2950 mm