1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 780 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 1500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3052 mm |
