2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |