1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 825 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
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 | 380 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1575 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |