1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |