2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aveo | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
