2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 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 (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
