1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
