2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
