1953 Ferrari 342 America vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 342 America is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 342 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 342 America (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 342 America should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 342 America.
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:
| 1953 Ferrari 342 America | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 342 America | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 35 L |
