1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nomad | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
