1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 643 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2301 mm |