1983 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 487 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 131 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
