2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125.
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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
