2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Panda |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |