2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
