1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
