1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
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 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1500 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
