1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 678 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1438 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
