2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
