1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
