1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1984 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1984 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1200 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
