1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1961 Fiat Berline is newer by 11 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 70 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:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Berline | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
