2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Fiat 133
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 133 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2030 mm |
