2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 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 224 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Ducato |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |