2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
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 | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |