2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
