1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 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 160 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 463 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 131 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |