2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP) has 447 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 521 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
