1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 40 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.

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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm 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. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1800 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model 1800 Prizm
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2470 mm


 

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