1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1100 is newer by 8 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 1,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
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:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 805 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
