1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 910 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |