1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Summit | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Eagle | Fiat |
Model | Summit | 1200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |