2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 301 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo, 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 (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Doblo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
