1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
