1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 44 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2003 Ford GT | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |