1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia, 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1500 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
