2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 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 324 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |