2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 712 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
