1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 665 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | Coupe |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |