2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 124 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 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
