1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 53 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 320 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 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 107 L |
