1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
Model | 1500 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |