2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1707 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
