1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 343 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berline | Impala |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
