2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 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 (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 130 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |