2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Prizm | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |