2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 47 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 688 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Lumina | 1200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |