2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 935 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |