1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 54 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 500 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 50 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 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 1500 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 547 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
