1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
