2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 716 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seicento | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
