1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1111 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 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (301 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1500 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 95 L |
