1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |