1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 1500 | Equus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3045 mm |