1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1979 Fiat 133 is newer by 30 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 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 133 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
