1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |