1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 46 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
