1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 945 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |