1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Metro | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
