1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1190 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.
Because 1949 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
