1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 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 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
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 Fiat 124 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
