2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 628 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tracker | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
