1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 27 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1986 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1986 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1500 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
