1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 208 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Coupe | Corvette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |