1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 828 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 133 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |