1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 429 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1956 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 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Seat Ibiza
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Corvette Ibiza
Year Released 1956 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4638 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 245 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1227 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 45 L