1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Berline | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 49 L |