1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 715 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |