1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 51 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 1500 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |