2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1949 Fiat 1500 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 1949 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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.
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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Cavalier | 1500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |