1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |