1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 750 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |