2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 799 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
