2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

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 (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1964 Fiat Cabriolet
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Silverado Cabriolet
Year Released 2009 1964
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4299 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 37 L


 

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