1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
