1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Comodoro | 8V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
