2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 161 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |
