2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1461 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 Express (353 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
