1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 60 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |
