2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
