2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 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 342 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |