1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 486 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |