2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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 179 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 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 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
