2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1971 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
