1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 130 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
