1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 263 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1900 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
