1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 55 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2004 Toyota RAV4 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. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
