1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 2000 Skoda Fabia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Corvette Fabia
Year Released 1967 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L


 

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