1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 1500 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |