1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 33 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (750 HP) has 664 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm). This means 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1800 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Fiat Lotec
Model 1800 Testa de Oro
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1796 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 86 HP 750 HP
Torque 142 Nm 900 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1650 kg


 

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