1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 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 | 744 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2810 mm |
