1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 369 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Brava |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |