1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 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), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Chrysler 300 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. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 1500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3053 mm |
