1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Seicento |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |