2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 50 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Sprinter | 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2350 mm |