2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.1:1 |
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 | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |