2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 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 346 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 234 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 131 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |