2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 500

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 756 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 1973 Fiat 500
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette 500
Year Released 2008 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6997 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 505 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 27 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 2980 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 22 L


 

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