1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
