2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
