1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 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 261 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |