1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 16 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1975 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | 1500 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2304 mm |
