1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
