1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 35 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP) has 661 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Fiat | Lotec |
Model | 1500 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 741 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1650 kg |