2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133.
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 (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 133 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
