2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 878 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
