2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2069 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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 (489 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
