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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 527 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 (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 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 | 6000 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |