2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Prizm | Berline |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |