1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
