1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Panda |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |