2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Fiat 500

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 1967 Fiat 500
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Colorado 500
Year Released 2005 1967
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2770 cc 497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 27 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1713 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3030 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 22 L