1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 445 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
