2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Colorado 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Colorado Cabriolet
Year Released 2006 1965
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1220 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 37 L


 

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