2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 270 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
