2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Fiat Strada
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Strada
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 276 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1514 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 58 L


 

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