1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 48 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2007 Hummer H2 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. 2007 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hummer |
| Model | 1500 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3120 mm |
