1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
