1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1980 Toyota Cressida is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 60 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
