1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto 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 350 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
