2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 43 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fiat |
| Model | EB 118 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
