1950 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 939 kg more than 1950 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 Silverado has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |
