1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 49 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1500 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
