2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Captiva | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
