1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1920 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1100 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 129 L |
