1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Express |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |