2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada. 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 Strada, 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 (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Strada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
