1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |