1974 AMC Matador vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 24 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 592 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. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Matador | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 35 L |
