2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 648 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | 850 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |