1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2009 Holden Colorado 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 3,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Colorado (161 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Colorado (360 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 Holden Colorado 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 Holden Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1500 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
