1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 23 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
