1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 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. 2001 Ford Mustang 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. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
