1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1500 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
