2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 104 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1850 mm |
