1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
Model | 1500 | President State |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |