1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |
