1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 2300 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |