1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1200 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |