1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
