2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 454 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
