1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 1958 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Versa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |