2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP) has 520 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 755 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 760 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |