1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport

To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Corvette EV Sport
Year Released 1957 2001
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4637 cc 398 cc
Engine Type V electric
Horse Power 217 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 106 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2240 mm


 

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