2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 166 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
