1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 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) has 286 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
