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 @ 6400 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.
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 | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 109 Nm |
| 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 | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
