2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Chrysler 300 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. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
