2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1164 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | SSR | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
