2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 130 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |