1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 461 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1500 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 1961 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1500 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
