1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1970 Dodge Dart is newer by 11 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | 1500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |