1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 850 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
