1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 130 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |