1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 651 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Vivace, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vivace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2685 mm |
