1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 500 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
