2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Trans Sport | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |
