2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |
