1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 40 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (85 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 864 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1500 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
