1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 688 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |