1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 50 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 665 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Fiat | Pagani |
Model | 1800 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2785 mm |