2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 916 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
