2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
