1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
