1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 1500 | Express |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |