1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 387 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |