1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Astro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |