1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
