1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 861 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.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 1500 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |