1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | 750 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |