1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 841 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
