2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 160 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 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 | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
