1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 50 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2009 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa 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. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | 1500 | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
