1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 128 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
