1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
