1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berline | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
