1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nomad | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
