2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1964 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 591 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1964 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
