1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1969 Rover 2000 is newer by 10 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 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 1500 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |