1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 25 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 109 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 157 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Croma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 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 | 1438 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
