1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 37 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1500 | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
