1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 690 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.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Town & Country | 1500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 263 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |