1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 47 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
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, 2009 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Siena |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
