1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | S-10 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1950 mm |