2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 686 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
