1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 33 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster 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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
