1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 327 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 131 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
