1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |