2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
