1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1982 Triumph Acclaim 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 1500 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |