1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar is newer by 13 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar 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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1500 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
