1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 23 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 582 kg more than 1949 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. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
