2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |