1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1800 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
