2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 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 157 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1969 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 499 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 | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
