2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
