1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (101 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 160 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1500 2000 Skoda Fabia
Make Fiat Skoda
Model 1500 Fabia
Year Released 1959 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 101 HP
Torque 104 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 45 L


 

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