1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 64 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 889 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.
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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 129 L |
