1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1971 Chevrolet Corvette and 1971 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 699 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 127 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |