2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 565 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | 1500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 37 L |