1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2138 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1945 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1945 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Fiat 500 2010 Chevrolet Express
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model 500 Express
Year Released 1945 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 569 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 14 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2673 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3429 mm


 

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