1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
