2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
