1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 44 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 216 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.

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, 2011 Fiat Strada, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 2011 Fiat Strada
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Strada
Year Released 1967 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4444 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1644 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2718 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 58 L


 

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