1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
