1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corsica | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
