1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Honda Integra

To start off, 1996 Honda Integra is newer by 47 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Integra (143 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 Honda Integra.

Because 1949 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.

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1949 Fiat 1500 1996 Honda Integra
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1500 Integra
Year Released 1949 1996
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1492 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1199 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4525 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1325 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2620 mm