2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 2100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 934 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
