1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1946 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. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1946 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1946 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
