1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 994 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
