1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |