1972 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 269 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | Matador | 1800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |