1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Fiat Seicento
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Seicento
Year Released 1986 2005
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 230 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 2750 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 88 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 35 L