1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 608 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 8V |
Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |