2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
