2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 Express (400 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
