1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 125 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |