1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
