1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 2002 Lada 119, 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, 2002 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1500 | 119 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
