1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
