1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 62 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1303 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 47 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 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Fiat | SSC |
| Model | 1500 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2667 mm |
