1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 898 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 133 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
