1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 559 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
