1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 158 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Leon |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |