1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 1500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |