1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 49 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), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 315 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. 1998 Ford Falcon 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. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
