1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 59 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 115 L |
