1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
