1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Prizm |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |