1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. 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, 2007 Fiat Siena, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Siena |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
