2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 352 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1100 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
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 | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |