1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Fiat 133 2010 Chevrolet Express
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model 133 Express
Year Released 1979 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3429 mm


 

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