2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Prizm | 1200 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |