1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 130 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |