1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 124 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |