1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3505 mm |