1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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 Corvette (574 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 1500 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 574 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |