2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 554 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sedici | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
