1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400.
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 Proton 400, 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 (109 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 1500 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
