1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 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 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
