1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 264 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
