1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 46 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1045 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 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2930 mm |
