1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
