1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 9 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Vega | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
