1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Laser weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser, 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, 1992 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
