1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |