1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |