1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum weights approximately 463 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
