1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nova | 1800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |