1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,287 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvair | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 22 L |
