2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bravo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
