1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Monte Carlo | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |