1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 34 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1500 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
