1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
