1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | 1500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |