1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Bel Air | Sedici |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |