1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 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 287 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 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:
1967 Fiat 600 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Express |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |