2003 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (300 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2003 BMW X3 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. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW X3 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |