2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 57 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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.
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2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | SSR | 1500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |