1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1500 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |