2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1900 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1055 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |