1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 42 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1500 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |