1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 712 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.
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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1500 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
