1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn

To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 90 kg more 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1500 2012 Peugeot iOn
Make Fiat Peugeot
Model 1500 iOn
Year Released 1959 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 80 HP 63 HP
Torque 104 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1000 RPM
Top Speed 169 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3395 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1475 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2550 mm


 

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