1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 960 kg more than 1949 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.
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1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |