1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 132 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
