1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 37 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
