1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1964 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 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Croma |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |