1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 50 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Leon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |