1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1971 Fiat Dino is newer by 12 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Dino | 1500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |