2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500.
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 Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 1654 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
