1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 475 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
