2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (386 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
