2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Aveo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |
