1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 56 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 530 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
