1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 7 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 253 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
