1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 22 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2350 mm |
