1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 1949 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 1500 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
