1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 707 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
