2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 823 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Astro | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2301 mm |