1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 41 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 1500 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1810 mm |