2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 7 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Albea, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Albea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |