1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Panda, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
