2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
| Model | Corvette | Mille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
