1969 AMC AMX vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 19 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 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 202 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:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | AMX | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
