1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 47 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Croma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
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 | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 259 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 | 1548 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |