2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 132 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |