2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 293 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
