1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Berline |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |