1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 31 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | SZ | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
