1954 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. 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. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Fiat 500 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 568 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |