1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2000 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. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 273 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
