1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 26 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
