2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | HHR | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
