1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Croma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
