1959 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, both 1959 Chevrolet Impala and 1959 Fiat 1200 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,851 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
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:
1959 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 1200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3851 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |