1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 415 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |