1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
