1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC, 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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 1800 | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
