1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 166 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 477 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 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 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 132 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
