1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 46 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Ikon, 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
