1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 905 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 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
